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YB57 XCY

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,995 mi
Last recorded139,995 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB57 XCY
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2022 139,995 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2022 139,956 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 129,045 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 122,301 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 110,924 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 110,924 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 100,302 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 100,294 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 90,021 miles

Nearside Front brake/bearing noisy when rotated

rear boot not stay up on opening

Pass 9 Jan 2016 78,778 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 67,290 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 56,363 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 47,322 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Jan 2012 38,635 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 30,840 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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YB57 XCY is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 99,570 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB57 XCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB57 XCY registered?

YB57 XCY is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 18 January 2008.

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